Vacuum Truck Operator, Industrial Services

GFL Environmental Inc.; Trail; Hybrid; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Trail, British Columbia, is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator to join our Industrial Services team. You will transport, remove, deliver and collect diverse liquid and solid hazardous wastes from various sites, and assist with swabbing and other field tasks.

You will operate multiple vac trucks and high-pressure pumps, set up hoses, maintain daily logs, and support site preparation. This role requires a valid Class 3 license and willingness to travel and work after-hours

Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 driver's license; Class 1 asset.
• Willing to travel as required.
• Flexible to work after-hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum, hydro-vac, and high-pressure pumps per customer needs.
• Set up and manage hoses for safe pumping.
• Maintain daily driver’s logbook.
• Prepare job sites and rig/down equipment.
• Assist with equipment cleaning and storage.

Skills

Class 3 license

Travel flexibility

After-hours

Customer service

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

## Vacuum Truck Operator, Industrial ServicesApply: Trail, British Columbia: Full time: Posted Today: R40124**Position Summary**Our GFL Industrial Services team is seeking Vacuum Truck Operators in Trail, BC. The responsibilities include but are not limited to transporting, removing, delivering, and collecting diverse liquid and solid hazardous wastes from different locations. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to assist with swamping and undertake various physical tasks to support the team. This role also provides the opportunity to operate a wide range of vac trucks and gain experience with high pressure pumps and equipment. **Specific Duties and Responsibilities*** Operate various trucks to perform tasks required by the customer ranging from vacuum trucks and hydro-vacs to combo-vacs and high-pressure pumps and equipment.* Operate chemical cleaning equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, circulation units) to perform tasks required by the customer.* Set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water.* Maintain and update the driver's logbook daily.* Ensure all equipment and tooling is cleaned and stored in the appropriate unit, case, or container before it is returned to the shop.* Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment.* Other duties as assigned. **Requirements*** Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract; Class 1 driver’s license is an asset.* Ability to travel when required.* Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs. **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.* Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.* Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work.* Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers.* Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment.